Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1550–1295 B.C.

Inscribed Strip from a Canopic Chest of Amenhotep is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1550–1295 B.C. using wood — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumWood
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LinePurchase, Fletcher Fund and The Guide Foundation Inc. Gift, 1966
Dateca. 1550–1295 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1550 BC – 1295 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Inscribed Strip from a Canopic Chest of Amenhotep?

Inscribed Strip from a Canopic Chest of Amenhotep is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Inscribed Strip from a Canopic Chest of Amenhotep created?

Inscribed Strip from a Canopic Chest of Amenhotep dates to ca. 1550–1295 B.C..

What material is Inscribed Strip from a Canopic Chest of Amenhotep made from?

Inscribed Strip from a Canopic Chest of Amenhotep is crafted from wood.

Where does Inscribed Strip from a Canopic Chest of Amenhotep originate?

Inscribed Strip from a Canopic Chest of Amenhotep originates from Egypt.

Is Inscribed Strip from a Canopic Chest of Amenhotep in the public domain?

Inscribed Strip from a Canopic Chest of Amenhotep is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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